Man killed in 3-vehicle crash near Sanger

Authorities say they are investigating the possibility of a DUI.
Sunday, August 8, 2021
FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KFSN) -- A man has been killed in a three-vehicle crash near Sanger.

The incident happened at the intersection of Highway 180 and Oliver Street on Saturday afternoon.
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Authorities say the victim, 60-year-old Israel Lara from Sanger, was driving a grey Ford Focus southbound on Oliver.



According to witnesses, Lara ran the stop sign on Oliver and entered westbound Highway 180.

A yellow Ford Econoline van traveling westbound on the highway swerved to avoid him and hit a white Hyundai Tucson.



It then spun, overturned, and came to rest on the north shoulder.
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The white Tucson then collided with the Ford Focus, severely injuring Lara who died at the scene.

Authorities say they are investigating the possibility of a DUI.

All other people involved in the crash sustained minor injuries.

This story is developing and will be updated.

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